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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: "A Speech to the Graduates" through "Highfalutin".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Sedaris once unexpectedly find a gun?
(a) In a desk drawer.
(b) Under a bed.
(c) In a medicine cabinet.
(d) In a pantry.

2. In "Highfalutin," where have Sedaris and Hugh moved just before the lunch with Amy takes place?
(a) Sussex.
(b) North Carolina.
(c) New York.
(d) Normandy.

3. In what state are Sedaris and his sister in "Active Shooter"?
(a) North Carolina.
(b) Virginia.
(c) Connecticut.
(d) Florida.

4. In "Highfalutin," what is Sedaris insulted at being mistaken for?
(a) A dentist.
(b) A real estate agent.
(c) An architect.
(d) A sales clerk.

5. What is Hugh and Sedaris's house on Emerald Isle called?
(a) Afterdune Delight.
(b) XtaSea.
(c) Tip Sea.
(d) Sea Section.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Sedaris feel when Harrison tells him that he has never heard of Sedaris's books?

2. What do Sedaris and his sister agree the gun range would be an ideal location for?

3. Where does Sedaris see Olivier working when Oliver is about 20 years old?

4. In "A Speech to the Graduates," what does Sedaris say might prevent today's young people from enjoying a period of independence and exploration?

5. Who ends up cleaning most of Lou's blood up after the clock falls on him?

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